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BE KIND. DO GOOD. WORK HARD.

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Build Character. Teach Finance. Inspire Future Leaders.

The Only PreK–8 School Where Leadership, Finance & Entrepreneurship Is the Curriculum

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EARLY LEARNING CAMPUS - COMING AUGUST 2025

Transforming learning for 2-5 year-olds.

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ASPEN ACADEMY - EARLY LEARNING THROUGH 8th GRADE PRIVATE SCHOOL 

Preschool and Pre-K

Learn more about learning for ages 2-5.

Opening August 2025, Aspen Academy’s Early Learning campus (ages 2–5) blends globally respected models like Montessori and Reggio Emilia with nature-based exploration, nurturing confidence, curiosity, and early leadership. Through play, STEAM, and social-emotional learning, children build the foundation for a joyful and purposeful life.

Lower School

Learn more about Kindergarten to 4th grade.

In our Lower School (K–4), every child is known, challenged, and supported through a rigorous academic foundation that includes language, math, science, social studies, arts, fitness, and leadership. We meet students where they are—whether they need extra support or accelerated challenge—while holding them to high standards and nurturing their growth.

Middle School

Learn more about 5th to 8th grade.

In Middle School (5–8), students deepen their strengths through real-world learning, project-based challenges, and a purpose-driven leadership program. We intentionally equip them to lead with confidence—at home, in class, and in the community. 

Essentials

Learn about our wide variety of Essential classes.

Our Essentials Program—featuring world languages, arts, technology, and fitness—gives students daily opportunities to build confidence, creativity, and leadership. These classes complement core academics and help each student discover their unique strengths and passions.

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Life Ready.
School Ready. 

Aspen Academy in Greenwood Village, Colorado, is setting the standard for Pre-K–8 education—with the nation’s first fully integrated curriculum in leadership, finance, and entrepreneurship.

This isn’t just school. It’s the foundation for a life well-led.

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WHERE FUTURES TAKE ROOT

For two decades, Aspen Academy has delivered more than academics—we equip students with the mindset and tools to lead.

Our students launch real businesses (500 and counting), receive over 90 hours of leadership instruction each year, and 85% rank in the top 10% nationally in math and reading.

Here, learning is joyful. Discovery is daily. And purpose is part of the curriculum.

We’d love to meet your family.

 

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At a Glance

500+

Student Run Businesses Established

8:1

Student to Faculty Ratio

206

Each Student Receives an Average of 206 Hours in STEAM Lab Annually

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